Contractor- Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator (San Diego, CA)

About Profound Research Profound Research partners with community physicians to offer clinical trials as a therapeuticoptionfor their patients. We handle all infrastructure, regulatory compliance, and administrative operations so physicians can focus on patient care. Our model gives patients access to the newest therapies whilemaintainingthe trusted patient-physician relationship. Our Mission: Improving Lives by Providing Advanced Therapeutic Options Our Vision: Creating the Absolute Best Patient-Physician Experience in Clinical Research Our Values: Compassion: We prioritizethe patient-physicianrelationship, ensuring every interaction is service-oriented and patient-centered. Urgency: We work hard and practice selflessness, acting swiftly and decisively to meet the needs of our patients, partners, and colleagues. Solution Orientation: We embrace challenges with a positive mindset, communicate directly, andidentifyand implement effective solutions with efficiency. Excellence: We insist on excellence, holding ourselves accountable and empowering each other to deliver best-in-class service while maintaining the highest ethical and scientific standards. Why This Role Exists Ifyou’recurious about how new treatmentsand vaccinesreach patients, detail-oriented by nature, and energized by work that genuinely matters,this is an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in clinical research. As an Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator at Profound Research,you’llwork alongside experienced clinical research staff at one of our sites, supporting the day-to-day execution ofhigh-volume vaccineclinical trials.You’lllearn by doing – gaining hands-on experience in study coordination, patient interaction, data collection, and clinical proceduresin a fast-paced, site-based research environment. This is a 1099 contract opportunity to designed to support near-termvaccinestudy needs, with the potential to convert to a full-time position based on business needs, performance, and role availability. Whetheryou’relooking to build on prior clinical or research experience or take the next step into the field, this is an opportunity to contribute to meaningful work with a growing organization that values ownership, attention to detail, and patient-centered service. WhatYou’llDo Support the coordination ofhigh-volume vaccineclinical trials, including patient visits, scheduling, and study-related procedures Assistwith data collection and documentationwhilelearning to apply the rigorous standards that clinical researchrequires Perform and develop competency in clinical procedures including vital signs, EKGs, phlebotomy, and specimen processing Help prepare for and support efficient participant visits, including rooming patients, organizing supplies, preparing visit materials, and keeping the site team aligned during busy clinic days Interact directly with study participantsby greeting them, explaining visit steps, answering process-related questions within scope, and ensuring they feel supported throughout the visit Work closely with Clinical Research Coordinators and site leadership, asking questions, seeking feedback, and building your clinical research knowledge Follow study protocols, SOPs, Good Clinical Practice, Good Documentation Practices, and infection control expectations to support compliant, audit-ready trial execution Helpmaintainorganized study materials, supplies, documentation, and lab-related workflows needed for patient visits and site operations Communicate clearly with site team membersregardingpatient needs, visit flow, documentation status, specimen handling, and study-related tasks Contribute to a fast-paced, team-based site environment where quality, urgency, and patient experience all matter WhatWe’reLooking For You don’t need to have done this exact job before. You need to be the kind of person who takes ownership of their work, communicates clearly, pays close attention to detail, and genuinely cares about thepatientexperience. The restwe’llhelp you build. Essential Qualifications High school diploma or technical degree with 3+ years of relevant experience in life sciences, OR Associate’s degree with 1+ year of relevant experience, OR Bachelor’s degree with relevant coursework or experience in a clinical or life sciences setting Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-based environment Strong attention to detail and ability to follow structured processes accurately Clear, professional communication with patients, caregivers, clinical staff, and internal team members Proficient with standard computer tools; able to learn new systems quickly Familiarity with medical terminology and basic clinical procedures Ability to maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and care when working with patients and sensitive information Preferred Qualifications Prior clinical research experience, especially in a clinical research coordinator, assistanceclinical research coordinator, research assistant, or patient-facing site support role Experience supporting vaccine studies, infectious disease studies, immunization clinics, urgent care, primary care, or other high-volume patient-facing clinical environments Experience with phlebotomy, specimen collection, specimen processing, vital signs, EKGs, or other clinical procedures Prior exposure to Good Clinical Practice, source documentation, regulated healthcare environments, or audit-ready documentation standards Experience using electronic medical records, CTMS platforms, eSource systems, lab portals, or other clinical documentation systems Engagement Details This is a 1099 independent contractor opportunitydesigned to support currenthigh-volume vaccinestudy needs while giving the right person a chance to learn, contribute, anddemonstratereadiness for future opportunities. For contractors who perform well and align with business needs, there may be an opportunity to beconsidered forfull-time employment over time. Physical Requirements & Work Environment This role is performedon-site at a clinical or office facility and requires prolonged periods of sitting, standing, or walking throughout the work environment Requires the ability to communicate clearly in verbal and written forms and to read and interpret detailed materials Must be able to navigate a clinical facility, including areas with limited space, and transport supplies or work materials as needed May be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with facility protocols Travel between company sites, meetings, or partner locations may be required Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role Why Join Profound Research? Meaningful Impact: Every role at Profound contributes to advancing medical knowledge and expanding therapeutic options for patients – the work we do here matters Professional Growth: We invest in our people through comprehensive training, certification support, and ongoing education to help you grow in your role and your career Leadership & Advancement: Profound is a place where initiative is recognized. We actively support internal growth and create pathways for people to take on greater responsibility over time Collaborative Culture: You’llwork alongside a team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about clinical research and committed to doing it well Full Benefits Package: Competitive compensation, health insurance, PTO, retirement plan, and professional development support Diverse Clinical Exposure: Work across multiple therapeutic areas and study phases, building a breadth of experience that’s rare in a single organization #J-18808-Ljbffr Profound Research LLC